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Mick Conefrey
ISBN 9781780742304
Rs. 960
Faber & Faber
Everest 1953
The Epic Story of the First Ascent [Paperback] [Jan 01, 2013] Conefrey; Mick
Who it's for: Readers interested in mountaineering history and the real story behind Everest's first ascent
Mick Conefrey's 'Everest 1953' offers a compelling, revised account of the historic first ascent of Mount Everest. Drawing on exclusive interviews and previously unexamined archives, this book reveals the true story behind the legendary climb, challenging the long-held narrative of a perfectly executed expedition.Why You Should Read? Uncover the hidden crises and controversies that plagued the 1953 Everest expedition, defying the myth of a flawless ascent. Gain intimate insight into the immense personal stress, heartache, and self-sacrifice experienced by the climbers, documented through their letters and diaries. Explore the long-term impact of the ascent on the original team members and its enduring cultural significance today. Experience a ground-breaking historical perspective on one of humanity's greatest feats of exploration.
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- Based on exclusive interviews and previously unexamined archives
- Challenges the myth of a flawless expedition
- Draws on climbers' letters and diaries for personal insights
- Explores the long-term impact on team members
- Examines the cultural significance of the ascent
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Questions about this book
What makes this book different from other accounts of the 1953 Everest expedition?
It uses exclusive interviews and previously unexamined archives to reveal hidden crises and controversies, challenging the long-held narrative of a perfectly executed expedition.
Does the book include personal stories from the climbers?
Yes, it documents the immense personal stress, heartache, and self-sacrifice experienced by the climbers, using their letters and diaries.
What is the book's focus beyond the climb itself?
It explores the long-term impact of the ascent on the original team members and its enduring cultural significance today.
Who are the main figures covered in the book?
The book covers Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, as well as the broader 1953 Mount Everest expedition team.